Bachelor of Arts (BA) in East Asian Language Studies
BA in East Asian Language Studies with Co-operative Education
Degrees in East Asian Studies
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in East Asian Studies
BA in East Asian Studies with Co-operative Education
Degrees in French
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in French
BA in French with Co-operative Education
Concurrent BA in French/Bachelor of Education
BA Honours French
BA Honours French with Co-operative Education
Degrees in German*
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in German
BA in German with Co-operative Education
BA Honours in German
BA Honours in German with Co-operative Education
Degrees in Italian Studies*
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Italian Studies
BA in Italian Studies with Co-operative Education
Degrees in Language and Culture
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Language and Culture
BA Honours in Language and Culture
BA in Language and Culture with Co-operative Education
Degrees in Linguistics
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Linguistics
BA in Linguistics with Co-operative Education
BA Honours in Linguistics
BA Honours in Linguistics with Co-operative Education
Degrees in Linguistics and Language
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Linguistics and Language
BA in Linguistics and Language with Co-operative Education
Degrees in Russian*
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Russian
BA in Russian with Co-operative Education
BA Honours in Russian
BA Honours in Russian with Co-operative Education
Degrees in Spanish
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Spanish
BA in Spanish with Co-operative Education
Concurrent BA in Spanish/Bachelor of Education
BA Honours Spanish
BA Honours Spanish with Co-operative Education
*Applications to this program are currently suspended. No new admissions will be permitted.
Notes:
Minors are offered in Arabic Language and Muslim Cultures, Chinese, East Asian Studies, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Linguistics, Russian and Spanish.
A Minor in Speech-Language Sciences is offered to students with a declared Major in either Linguistics or Psychology.
A concentrations in Applied Linguistics and Speech-Language Sciences is available to students with a declared Major in Linguistics.
Introduction
The School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures offers programs that focus on Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish and the literatures and cultures associated with these languages, as well as programs in general linguistics. It also offers an interdisciplinary program in East Asian Studies.
The language programs challenge students to think critically about the relationship between language and culture, theories of language competency, cross-cultural awareness, including literature and film studies, and the socio-linguistic histories involved.
The School recognizes the special role and place that French, as one of our country’s two official languages, has played and continues to play in the socio-historical context of Canada. The French programs encompass French Canada, French-speaking Europe, francophone African literatures, critical theories, sociolinguistics and second language teaching.
Linguistics programs educate students in the scientific study of language. Linguistic analysis and theory (syntax, morphology, semantics, phonology, phonetics, historical linguistics) constitute the core, which is enriched by the focal areas of language acquisition and processing and the analysis of Indigenous languages of Canada. Students in Linguistics can pursue a concentration in Applied Linguistics or Speech-Language Sciences.
Courses Without Prerequisites
Besides the beginners' language courses and Linguistics 201, which serve as entry points into the programs administered by the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures, a number of no-prerequisite courses of broad interest taught in the official languages (English or French) are available to all students. The complete list is available at arts.ucalgary.ca/languages-linguistics-literatures-cultures/future-students/courses.
Placement in Language Courses
It is essential that students register in the appropriate level of language course to ensure that they are suited for the level of language instruction in the course and to ensure that all students enrolled in a course are at a similar level of language competence. See Placement in Language Courses on the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures website.
Students who misrepresent their language competence will be subject to a charge of academic dishonesty under the regulations on academic misconduct outlined in K.3 in the Academic Regulations section of the University Calendar.
For the purposes of the School of Languages, Literatures, Linguistics and Culture, a ‘native speaker’ is a student who was raised and schooled in one of the languages that we teach; a ‘heritage language’ learner is a student who was raised in one of the languages we teach but not schooled in that language.
Native speakers are not eligible to take beginners’ or, in some programs, intermediate level language courses in their native language nor may they receive credit by special assessment or receive advanced credit. They are eligible to take literature, linguistics, and culture courses.
In contrast, heritage language learners may be able to take language courses for credit but must contact the respective undergraduate advisor in order to determine the appropriate course in which to register. Heritage language learners who fail to consult with the undergraduate advisor may be removed from the course by the drop deadline.
Placement in Introductory Courses in German, Italian, Japanese, Russian, and Spanish
Students who register in introductory courses in German, Italian, Japanese, Russian, and Spanish are required to complete an online placement form to indicate whether they have taken a previous course in the language or lived in an environment where that language is spoken. The online placement form will be available to registered students via D2L up to a month before the first day of class. Students must be registered in the respective course in order to access the D2L site.
Students who indicate on the online placement form that they have taken a previous course in the language or lived in an environment where that language is spoken will be required to meet with the program’s undergraduate advisor and will be informed of the appropriate course in which to register. Students who do not complete the online placement form, or who are asked to consult with the advisor but fail to do so, will be removed from the course by the drop deadline.
Placement in Arabic and Chinese Courses
All students wishing to take a course in Arabic or Chinese for the first time must contact the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures in order to determine the appropriate course in which to register. Students who do not complete the online placement form, or who are asked to consult with the advisor but fail to do so, will be removed from the course by the drop deadline.
Les étudiants doivent choisir comme premier demi-cours celui qui correspond à leurs connaissances de la langue française. Les étudiants qui ont suivi French 30 ou French N30 s'inscriront d'habitude au cours French 213. Ceux qui ont suivi French 30N, 30S, 31, French Language Arts 30 ou leur équivalent s'inscriront d'habitude au cours French 225. Il est fortement recommandé, en cas de doute, de s'adresser à l'École de langues, linguistique, littératures et cultures avant la période des inscriptions.
Les étudiants de langue maternelle française et ceux dont le niveau d'études dans ces langues est supérieur à celui du diplôme de fin d'études secondaires (y compris les étudiants provenant d'un programme bilingue ou d'immersion) doivent obligatoirement consulter l'École de langues, linguistique, littératures et cultures, en la personne du conseiller pédagogique (programme de français), pour se faire diriger vers le(s) cours conforme(s) à leur niveau.
Students should choose a first course in French appropriate to their command of the language. Students with French 30 or French N30 should enrol in French 213. Those with credit in French 30N, 30S, 31, French Language Arts 30, or equivalent should enrol in French 225. In all cases of doubt as to proper placement, students are strongly urged to seek the advice of the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures before the registration period.
French-speaking students or students with some prior knowledge of the language (including graduates of a bilingual or immersion program) must consult the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures, through the Undergraduate Advisor for French, to be placed in a course corresponding to their level of language competence.
Additional Information for Students with High School German
Students who have completed German 30 normally begin with German 331.
Additional Information for Students with Previous Knowledge of Spanish
Students with Spanish 30 should enrol in Spanish 203. Those with credit in Spanish Language Arts 30, or a DELE Spanish Diploma (A2 or B1) should enrol in Spanish 321.
Spanish-speaking students or students with some prior knowledge of Spanish (including graduates of the IB program or a bilingual or immersion program) should enrol in Spanish 321. In all cases of doubt as to proper placement, students are strongly urged to seek the advice of the School of Languages, Linguistics Literatures and Cultures, through the Undergraduate Advisor for Spanish, to be placed in a course corresponding to their level of language competence.
Study Abroad
The School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures encourages its students to take advantage of possibilities for studying off-campus, wherever one of its target languages is spoken. Detailed information on exchange programs and Study Abroad programs in Arabic, Chinese, French (in Quebec or elsewhere), German, Italian, Japanese, Russian, and Spanish is available from the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures and/or University of Calgary International.
Students planning to study at another institution must obtain a letter of permission from their faculty. They are strongly advised to consult the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures beforehand to discuss details concerning course selection and transfer of credit.
Le Centre français/The French Centre
Le Centre français est situé à Craigie Hall (C301). Le Centre propose un choix d'activités culturelles et gère "Le francofonne," lieu de rencontre et centre multimédia où l'on peut se détendre dans une ambiance francophone.
Le Centre gère aussi des cours accrédités donnés en français dans différentes disciplines (French Language Instruction Program ou FLIP) permettant à l'étudiant de renforcer sa maîtrise de la langue. Pour de plus amples renseignements, prière de s'adresser au Centre français, 403.220.7226, ucalgary.ca/frenchcentre/.
The French Centre is located in Craigie Hall (C301). The Centre offers a variety of cultural activities, and operates "Le francofonne," a drop-in and media learning centre for those wishing to relax in a francophone atmosphere.
Through the French Language Instruction Program (FLIP), credit courses are offered in various disciplines providing students with opportunities to use and improve their French. Detailed information may be obtained from the Centre at 403.220.7226 or ucalgary.ca/frenchcentre/.
Students should consult an undergraduate program advisor in the Arts Students’ Centre for information and advice on their overall program requirements. Advising contact information can be found online: arts.ucalgary.ca/advising.
Admission to the Majors
Prospective students wishing to enter one of the BA programs offered by the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures must meet the criteria listed in section A.5 Undergraduate Admission Requirements of this Calendar.
Admission to Honours in French, German, Language and Culture, Linguistics, Russian and Spanish
The Faculty of Arts procedures for Admission to Honours established in section 3.3.2 Honours Degrees are applicable and provide the overall framework. Students wishing to apply to an Honours program must apply through their Student Centre for a change of program to Honours by February 1.
In addition, for students applying to the Honours Program in Linguistics only, the following is also required:
Completion of at least 72 units at the time of application.
Consultation with a potential Honours Supervisor, to be approved by the Undergraduate Advisor in Linguistics. Please see the website for additional details.
Overlapping Programs
Programs in East Asian Language Studies cannot be taken in conjunction with programs in East Asian Studies. This restriction applies to Major-plus-Minor combinations, Double Majors, Combined Degrees and Second Baccalaureate Degrees. Students cannot combine the East Asian Language Studies major with either a Chinese or Japanese minor.
Programs in Linguistics cannot be taken in conjunction with the program in Linguistics and Language. This restriction applies to Major-plus-Minor combinations, Double Majors, Combined Degrees and Second Baccalaureate Degrees.
A Linguistics BA with a Concentration in Speech-Language Sciences may not be combined with the Minor in Speech-Language Sciences.
Language programs (i.e., majors or minors) offered by the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures can only be combined with the major program in Linguistics and Language if the language or languages in the former program differ from the chosen Language Option for the latter. This restriction applies to Major-plus-Minor combinations, Double Majors, Combined Degrees and Second Baccalaureate Degrees.
Programs in Language and Culture can only be combined with the major program in Linguistics and Languages if the language or languages in the two programs are different. Students in the Language and Culture program cannot complete a minor in the language that is their primary or secondary language. This restriction applies to Major-plus-minor combinations, Double Majors, Combined Degrees and Second Baccalaureate Degrees.
Courses Constituting the Field of Arabic Language and Muslim Cultures
Subject to approval by the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures, courses in Chinese Studies and Japanese Studies from other disciplines will be accepted towards the Field of Study.
*A maximum of 6 units may be counted towards major field requirements.
Courses Constituting the Field of East Asian Studies
Courses Constituting the Field of Language and Culture
All courses that constitute the major fields of the chosen Language Area(s) from Arabic Language and Muslim Cultures, German, Italian Studies, and Russian
Courses Constituting the Field of Linguistics and Language
All courses labelled Linguistics (LING) and all courses in the chosen language.
Students in this program select a particular language option (e.g., French or German or Russian, etc.). Students are not permitted to mix their languages except in the Ancient and Classical Languages option.
*With approval of the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures. Only 3 units may be counted towards the major and the minor field requirements.
Faculty of Arts